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“The jobs index moved very little from May, but increases in wages and hours worked signal significant improvements in small business labor utilization in June,” said James Diffley, chief regional economist at IHS Markit.

As a new study in the journal Accounting Horizons observes, regulatory actions have likely "created an atmosphere that motivated companies to reduce or eliminate tax fees paid to audit firms to bolster the appearance of independence in ...

The coronavirus has caused every accounting team to vastly change the way they operate. Luckily, with the help of the cloud, accounting teams are able to stay efficient and flexible now and into the future.

The report is based on the responses of more than 650 accountants and business professionals across the nation and offers valuable pricing benchmarks and emerging trends for firms of all sizes while showcasing the shifting expectations on what ...

For workers currently employed, this new “normal” has many working remotely, forced to adjust to how they get work done. Those required to work remotely responded that the ability to complete tasks and connect with others was severely impacted due to technology issues, lack of necessary equipment to work effectively, and distractions.

All companies surveyed, even those without a culture for remote work, had to manage employees working from home. They faced common challenges, including lack of face-to-face supervision, distractions at home, and social isolation.

Firms that promote gender diversity have higher rates of engagement, productivity, and stronger financials than non-inclusive firms. Yet, only 24 percent of partners in accounting firms are women despite making up about sixty percent of the ...

The current allowable DTC rules for distilleries (8 states), breweries (10 states), and retailers (16 states) are substantially different than those for wineries (46) states. Whereas wineries can ship directly to 97% of the U.S. population, ...